danny-79 Posted June 30, 2015 Share Posted June 30, 2015 I'm looking to upgrade the Boss Overdrive pedal what would you suggest? I want something similar but crisper, less muddy, more drive with sharper definition that will work well with the VT Bass. Thanks for reading an I look forward to hearing your suggestions [URL=http://s1014.photobucket.com/user/01952danny-79/media/PT%20Nano%20Mk2%204%20-%20Copy.jpg.html][IMG]http://i1014.photobucket.com/albums/af266/01952danny-79/PT%20Nano%20Mk2%204%20-%20Copy.jpg[/IMG][/URL] Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
danny-79 Posted June 30, 2015 Author Share Posted June 30, 2015 Darkglass BK3, sounds great on the demos, who has one an what to you think of it ? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dannybuoy Posted June 30, 2015 Share Posted June 30, 2015 Sharper, crisper, more definition? I concur with the Darkglass B3K (or B7K) suggestion. It doesn't have more drive than the ODB-3 though, but I don't think there is a pedal that does. The Boss is a high gain monster! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sibob Posted June 30, 2015 Share Posted June 30, 2015 I'd say take a look at the COG TK-421-X & the MXR Bass Distortion (designed by Fuzzrocious) too. Those two and the B3K are probably the best Bass Distortions with a blend at the mo . There are lots others that probably fall more into the Overdrive or Fuzz categories, it can all be a bit grey lol Si Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
danny-79 Posted June 30, 2015 Author Share Posted June 30, 2015 (edited) Thanks, note taken and on my way to have a look, its the Darkglass B3K that's got my attention at the min, selling some pedals to generate some cash. The VT is a monster in its self, its hard to explain in words, Orange Terror + the VT with SunBlue Stingray is something !! add the octave to it and its too much, collapse in a mush ! something is going to give (that's ware I'm thinking a Thumpinator will come in ? correct me if im wrong) I use the OBD3 by its self and with the MB octave mainly, just fiddly . Edited June 30, 2015 by danny-79 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dannybuoy Posted June 30, 2015 Share Posted June 30, 2015 Orange Terror is a really good match for the B3K too, it's a dark sounding amp which helps tame the brightness of the pedal. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
danny-79 Posted June 30, 2015 Author Share Posted June 30, 2015 [quote name='dannybuoy' timestamp='1435672792' post='2811246'] Orange Terror is a really good match for the B3K too, it's a dark sounding amp which helps tame the brightness of the pedal. [/quote] The GAS is building for the BK3 ..... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
danbowskill Posted June 30, 2015 Share Posted June 30, 2015 (edited) There is a bargain COG EFFECTS knightfall for sale in the e,f,s forum..............that would sound lovely with the VT.I used to use the knightfall 66 into the VT and it was ace. Edited June 30, 2015 by danbowskill Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dudewheresmybass Posted June 30, 2015 Share Posted June 30, 2015 The ehx glove might fit the bill too Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Thunderbird Posted June 30, 2015 Share Posted June 30, 2015 I am not much of a pedal expert but I am loving the Palmer ubertreiber I bought from here not long ago the only downside is the pedal is a bit stupidly designed as it is a mare putting your patch leads in lol http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1x1JisjscAk Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bakerster135 Posted June 30, 2015 Share Posted June 30, 2015 [quote name='danbowskill' timestamp='1435688961' post='2811528'] There is a bargain COG EFFECTS knightfall for sale in the e,f,s forum..............that would sound lovely with the VT.I used to use the knightfall 66 into the VT and it was ace. [/quote] Definitely this, listen to Dan...If I didn't have one already, that Knightfall would be MINE! ;-) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kev Posted June 30, 2015 Share Posted June 30, 2015 An obvious vote for the B3K here, the Darkglass sound worked well with a VT Bass Di for me, too. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
landwomble Posted June 30, 2015 Share Posted June 30, 2015 I have a Bogdan Polish Love / Helter Skelter that I could be persuaded to part with for 40 quid... ;-) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Thunderpaws Posted July 2, 2015 Share Posted July 2, 2015 I made the Monte Allums mod to my ODB3, did everything you describe in your first post here. It transformed the pedal into something much more usable and controllable. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sibob Posted July 2, 2015 Share Posted July 2, 2015 [quote name='Thunderpaws' timestamp='1435820020' post='2812623'] I made the Monte Allums mod to my ODB3, did everything you describe in your first post here. It transformed the pedal into something much more usable and controllable. [/quote] Just had a listen to that mod, really does improve the pedal doesn't it!! Si Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
danny-79 Posted July 2, 2015 Author Share Posted July 2, 2015 [quote name='Thunderpaws' timestamp='1435820020' post='2812623'] I made the Monte Allums mod to my ODB3, did everything you describe in your first post here. It transformed the pedal into something much more usable and controllable. [/quote] Not heard of this, tell me more please Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
landwomble Posted July 2, 2015 Share Posted July 2, 2015 Bogdan Helter Skelter/Polish Love? Ace and very rare handmade with a really meaty sound. I might know where there is one... ;-) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Thunderpaws Posted July 2, 2015 Share Posted July 2, 2015 [quote name='danny-79' timestamp='1435849918' post='2813042'] Not heard of this, tell me more please [/quote] Think you should search Google for Monte Allums. Tonnes of great info. You pay the money and he sends you replacement caps, led's, etc... If you are ok with a soldering iron the instructions are fairly easy to follow. Took me about 30 mins to make the mod and I am not the best with a soldering iron. Mod brings the gain under control somewhat and the three way switch opens up many tonal options. It works great with guitar too. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mcnach Posted July 3, 2015 Share Posted July 3, 2015 The COG Darklighter is something worth considering too. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
danny-79 Posted July 4, 2015 Author Share Posted July 4, 2015 [quote name='mcnach' timestamp='1435956293' post='2814044'] The COG Darklighter is something worth considering too. [/quote] That's not bad either ! and nearly half the price of the B3K Still undecided Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
danny-79 Posted July 4, 2015 Author Share Posted July 4, 2015 [quote name='Thunderpaws' timestamp='1435866214' post='2813255'] Think you should search Google for Monte Allums. Tonnes of great info. You pay the money and he sends you replacement caps, led's, etc... If you are ok with a soldering iron the instructions are fairly easy to follow. Took me about 30 mins to make the mod and I am not the best with a soldering iron. Mod brings the gain under control somewhat and the three way switch opens up many tonal options. It works great with guitar too. [/quote] Impressed, very impressed, this is something I am going to put some thought into, nice thanks for the tip ! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mcnach Posted July 4, 2015 Share Posted July 4, 2015 [quote name='danny-79' timestamp='1436015392' post='2814342'] That's not bad either ! and nearly half the price of the B3K Still undecided [/quote] *and* you could make the Darklighter even better if you talk to Tom... I first experienced the Darklighter in a package designed by another BCer that included a blend knob. Whilst the blend knob is not absolutely necessary, it adds a very nice touch to it as it allows you much better control over the sound. When I ordered mine, I actually wanted a pedal that included a configurable series/parallel and a number of other additions, so it is housed in a larger box, but a blend alone might just fit in the small enclosure. Mine has two additional filters, suggested by Tom, as the larger box gave lots of extra room and the man has lots of cool ideas and the filters control the range of the distortion... Those are the secret weapon of my Darklighter, it helps dialling in just the right kind of drive, and it's really nice. Talk to Tom, he's great But even stock, it's a fantastic pedal for bass. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kev Posted July 4, 2015 Share Posted July 4, 2015 [quote name='danny-79' timestamp='1436015392' post='2814342'] That's not bad either ! and nearly half the price of the B3K Still undecided [/quote] All depends on what sound you want. The Cog sounds 0% like the Darkglass... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mcnach Posted July 5, 2015 Share Posted July 5, 2015 (edited) [quote name='Kev' timestamp='1436046904' post='2814615'] All depends on what sound you want. The Cog sounds 0% like the Darkglass... [/quote] Indeed. The COG sounds... better Edited July 5, 2015 by mcnach Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
danny-79 Posted July 5, 2015 Author Share Posted July 5, 2015 Yeah its the B3K at the end that has my ultimate attention (its always the ££ one ) and seriously debating this http://www.monteallums.com/pedal_mods.html#odb3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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